USDA
Beltsville Agricultural Research Center
The BARC campus is one of the largest agricultural research facilities in the world. RemacUSA, Inc. was contracted to demolish obsolete buildings to prepare the site for future development, while managing extensive environmental hazards in aging infrastructure.
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U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA)
Beltsville, MD
2023
2025
1. Demolition of out-of-use buildings
2. Asbestos & lead abatement
3. Universal waste removal
4. Site safety controls & water management
Heavy water accumulation in basement areas exposed asbestos materials and created a contaminated slurry.
REMAC implemented controlled pumping and HEPA-filtered negative air systems. All debris was hand-bagged or wet-vacuumed under negative pressure to prevent airborne fiber release.
1. Structural steel salvaged and transported to licensed recycler
2. Clean concrete crushed and reused as fill
3. Scrap piping and conduit separated as non-ferrous
RemacUSA, Inc. successfully completed the demolition and environmental remediation of all buildings under USDA Contract No. 12305B24C0028, valued at $1,655,320. The project was delivered ahead of schedule and in full compliance with all federal, state, and local environmental regulations.
All abatement work passed independent third-party clearance testing. Demolition debris was processed, documented, and disposed of at licensed Subtitle C and Subtitle D facilities. Recyclable metals and clean concrete were diverted from landfill through approved recycling channels.
The USDA expressed full satisfaction with REMAC’s performance, citing excellent communication, adherence to safety protocols, and efficient coordination with onsite personnel and inspectors.
STRUCTURAL DEMOLITION
Careful takedown of multi-story masonry and steel-framed buildings using precision equipment to minimize impact to nearby facilities.
ASBESTOS ABATEMENT
Removal of pipe insulation, floor tile, roofing materials, and contaminated debris under full containment procedures in accordance with NESHAP standards.
LEAD-BASED PAINT HANDLING
Stabilization, removal, and compliant disposal of painted materials, with proper surface prep and final clearance.
UNIVERSAL WASTE DISPOSAL
Removal of mercury-containing bulbs, thermostats, and other regulated materials.
WATER MANAGEMENT & SAFETY
Standing water was present in multiple basements; REMAC pumped and filtered water, secured permits, and ensured worker protection in potentially contaminated zones.
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IT’S OUR STANDARD
We are committed to protecting our people, our communities, and the environment through every phase of every project.